Tag: Nothing OS 2.6

  • Nothing Phone 2a receives Nothing OS 2.6 update: What’s new?

    Nothing Phone 2a receives Nothing OS 2.6 update: What’s new?

    Nothing has finally rolled out the long-awaited Nothing OS 2.6 update for its Nothing Phone (2a), a mid-range smartphone. This update, marked by firmware version U2.6-240828-1906-IND, introduces a variety of new features, enhancements, and bug fixes.

    Changelog for Nothing Phone (2a) OS 2.6

    New Features

    • The News Reporter Widget has been introduced, allowing Tim, Nothing’s CFO, to read daily news stories aloud. Note: This feature is in beta and utilizes generative AI models, which may occasionally act unpredictably.
    • Battery and Pedometer Widgets are now available on the lock screen and Always On Display.
    • The Date Widget now automatically updates, a setting that can be enabled in Settings.
    • Swipe down on incoming notifications to access the Pop-up view, facilitating easy information access without leaving an app. Activate this feature via Settings > System > Pop-up view.
    • Added functionality to delete wallpaper history in Wallpaper Studio.
    • Charging Assistant now includes notifications to inform users about charging status.

    Improvements

    • Enhanced clarity for 2x zoom in the camera’s Portrait Mode.
    • Optimized compatibility with certain chargers.
    • Updated Google Mobile Services.
    • Reduced audio delay in specific call scenarios.
    • Improved Bluetooth connectivity stability.
    • Enabled vibration when in Power Saving Mode.
    • Updated to the September Security Patch.

    Bug Fixes

    • Fixed a bug where auto-rotation failed for certain cloned apps.
    • Resolved an issue preventing the Media Player Widget from playing music when switching from guest to main user.
    • Ensured the Bluetooth tile correctly reflects earbud information.
    • Fixed screen flickering when long pressing the power button at low battery levels.
    • Addressed a system crash issue caused by window animations.
    • Corrected a problem with the Atmosphere Wallpaper Effect displaying incorrectly on the lock screen.
    • Improved Launcher for enhanced system stability.

    The update is rolling out gradually and may take a few days to reach all devices. To check for its availability, go to Settings > System > System Update.

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  • Nothing Phone (1) Receives Nothing OS 2.6 Update

    Nothing Phone (1) Receives Nothing OS 2.6 Update

    Nothing has rolled out the Nothing OS 2.6 update for users of the Nothing Phone (1). This update, which was earlier made available for the Nothing Phone (2) and Phone (2a), introduces new features, enhancements to game mode, crucial bug fixes, and the July 2024 security patch.

    Update Details

    New Features & Experience Improvements:

    • Four new wallpapers have been added.
    • Wallpaper Studio now supports deleting wallpaper history.
    • The security patch has been updated to July 2024.

    Game Mode Enhancements

    • Quickly access the Game Dashboard during games by tapping the left Game Sidebar.
    • Incoming calls during games can now appear in a pop-up view.
    • Added support for rejecting third-party app calls during gameplay.
    • One-tap callback support after rejecting a regular call.
    • Optimized light notifications to display more information during games in landscape mode.
    • Support for blocking notifications during gameplay to minimize distractions.

    Bug Fixes

    • Improved the quick recovery mechanism for blocked data network connections to enhance network stability.
    • Fixed an issue where some carriers allowed receiving calls but prevented making outgoing calls.
    • Resolved a problem causing overlapping of the Lock Screen display in specific scenarios.
    • Fixed an issue where some apps could not use the Cloned Apps feature correctly.
    • Other general bug fixes.

    As with most firmware updates, the Nothing OS 2.6 update is being released in stages. If you haven't yet received the OTA notification, you can manually check for the update by going to Settings > System > System Update.

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  • Nothing Phone (2a) gets OS 2.6 update: new features, bug fixes

    Nothing Phone (2a) gets OS 2.6 update: new features, bug fixes

    Earlier this week, the Nothing OS 2.6 update was released for the Nothing Phone (2). Now, the update is also being rolled out for the Phone (2a). This update primarily focuses on fixing various issues while introducing new features and enhancing the game mode.

    Nothing OS 2.6 Update Changelog for Phone (2a)

    New Features & Improvements

    • Introduced support for displaying the CMF Watch battery level in the Quick Settings Bluetooth tile.
    • Added a new swipable Date Widget.

    Game Mode Enhancements

    • Tap the left sidebar for quick access to the Game Dashboard during games.
    • Incoming calls during games can now be shown in a pop-up.
    • Added support for rejecting third-party app calls during gameplay.
    • Support for one-tap callback after rejecting a call.
    • Optimized light notifications to display more information during games.
    • Support for blocking notifications during gameplay to minimize distractions.

    Bug Fixes

    • Resolved an issue affecting voice and call recording in WhatsApp.
    • Fixed an issue causing the Atmosphere wallpaper effect to disappear in specific scenarios.
    • Resolved an issue causing the Lock Screen display to overlap in certain scenarios.
    • Fixed an issue where photo previews displayed incorrectly when taken in landscape mode while the device was locked.
    • Improved Portrait Mode in the camera to avoid incorrect blurring.
    • Optimized camera stability.
    • Other general bug fixes and experience improvements.

    As with most firmware updates, the Nothing OS 2.6 update is being rolled out in stages. Users who have not yet received the OTA notification can manually check for the update by navigating to Settings > System > System Update.

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